About the Yellow-knobbed Curassow
The Yellow-knobbed Curassow (Crax daubentoni) is a species of bird in the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 57 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yekcur1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows (Cracidae) |
| Species | Crax daubentoni |
| Species Codes | yekcur1, YKCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-knobbed Curassow belong to?
The Yellow-knobbed Curassow (Crax daubentoni) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-knobbed Curassow?
The Yellow-knobbed Curassow is a member of the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-knobbed Curassow sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-knobbed Curassow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yekcur1, or on iNaturalist.